Margashirsha Maas मार्गशीर्ष
Margashirsha, the ninth month, is praised by Krishna himself in the Bhagavad Gita: 'of the months I am Margashirsha.' It is a serene, devotional month as winter sets in.
- Presiding deity
- Krishna & Dattatreya
- Season (ritu)
- Hemanta (pre-winter)
- Order
- Month 9 of 12
Significance
It carries Gita Jayanti (on Mokshada Ekadashi), marking the day the Gita was spoken, and Datta Jayanti on its full moon, the birth of Dattatreya. In many regions the month's Thursdays are kept for Lakshmi.
Festivals in Margashirsha
- Gita Jayanti (Mokshada Ekadashi)
- Datta Jayanti
- Margashirsha Lakshmi Vrat (Thursdays)
Observances
A gentle, auspicious month for devotion and study - reading the Gita, Margashirsha Lakshmi vrat on Thursdays, and worship of Krishna and Dattatreya.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Margashirsha month?
Margashirsha, the ninth month, is praised by Krishna himself in the Bhagavad Gita: 'of the months I am Margashirsha.' It is a serene, devotional month as winter sets in.
Which deity is worshipped in Margashirsha?
Margashirsha is devoted to Krishna & Dattatreya. It carries Gita Jayanti (on Mokshada Ekadashi), marking the day the Gita was spoken, and Datta Jayanti on its full moon, the birth of Dattatreya. In many regions the month's Thursdays are kept for Lakshmi.
What festivals fall in Margashirsha?
Margashirsha is known for Gita Jayanti (Mokshada Ekadashi), Datta Jayanti, Margashirsha Lakshmi Vrat (Thursdays). It carries Gita Jayanti (on Mokshada Ekadashi), marking the day the Gita was spoken, and Datta Jayanti on its full moon, the birth of Dattatreya. In many regions the month's Thursdays are kept for Lakshmi.
How is Margashirsha observed?
A gentle, auspicious month for devotion and study - reading the Gita, Margashirsha Lakshmi vrat on Thursdays, and worship of Krishna and Dattatreya.
When is Margashirsha in Mumbai, MH (2026)?
Margashirsha runs from 9 December 2026 to 7 January 2027 in Mumbai, MH.
Last updated 29 July 2026